Find Venues and Ideas
Part 2 of a blog series featuring unique venues and ideas to plan your wedding day in Algoma. Read Part 1 by clicking here.
Picking a venue to host a wedding, reception and photography can be tricky. Certainly, the most important thing is that your special day reflects who you are as a couple. That’s why we’ve put together a list of venues to help you plan your wedding day in Algoma.
Here are the top three reasons to plan your destination wedding in this region of Ontario:
- The best photography spots. This region has locations from trendy to rustic: urban settings, beautiful waterfronts, pristine wilderness and waterfalls, sandy beaches, historic sites and buildings, quirky backdrops and mountain-top views.
- Venues have professional staff that will make your wedding day dreams come true.
- Affordable. You’ll find venues that meet your budget, no matter how simple or lavish the wedding is. Thus making sure your hard-earned cash is spent on the most important aspects of your day. (Outrageous honeymoon perhaps?)
Below is a list of some Algoma Country members offering wedding packages for ceremonies, receptions and photography. Each property has dedicated staff and event coordinators who can answer all your questions.
Wedding Packages For Ceremony, Reception & Photography
These venues may have accommodations, catering, or be attractions providing beautiful backdrops for wedding photography.
The Water Tower Inn
The Atrium at The Water Tower Inn is an elegant setting for an indoor ceremony because of its stunning, high-ceiled, handcrafted wooden architecture and flowing fountain. The landscaped courtyards, with streams and waterfalls, make for pretty settings for an outdoor wedding and/or photos. The ballroom can seat up to 500 guests for dinner. Work with the on-site event coordinator to perfect the menu and customize all the details for your big day.
Learn more: Wedding Package Information
Quattro Hotel, Conference Centre and Chophouse
Say I do at the Q! The professional staff at Quattro Hotel will help you create a memorable day. Not surprisingly, this is the perfect venue to plan a large wedding as the ballroom can host 400 guests for a dinner reception. However, if you’re interested in a low-key day with close family and friends, you can enjoy a barbeque in the courtyard. The hotel is close to excellent photography locations like the city waterfront, local parks and unique spots like historic sites and museums.
Learn more: Wedding Package Information
The LakeHouse
The LakeHouse is situated on Lake George in Echo Bay with a beautiful intimate event space where you can host your wedding. The large dock can be used for the outdoor ceremony.
Learn more by contacting directly by phone (519) 984-7757 or email lakehouse.echobay@gmail.com
Attractions
Ermatinger-Clergue National Historic Site
The Old Stone House has many stories to tell — let it tell yours! The Georgian-style house is a notable location and the site will bring romance to your day. Host your wedding outdoors on the grounds. There is plenty of space to set up chairs and tents. The location allows for a mix of charm and urban appeal, especially for photos. Take photos in the heritage garden, grounds and around the building, or the trendy urban spots within walking distance of the site.
Learn more: Wedding Package Information
Sault Ste. Marie Canal National Historic Site of Canada
The Superintendent’s Residence and West Garden will bring historic charm to any ceremony. Host your special day in the Victorian heritage garden surrounded by century-old trees, stone walls and a manicured lawn. The site can accommodate large or small groups.
Learn more: Wedding Package Information
Hiawatha Highlands
Some of the most iconic wedding photography is found at Hiawatha Highlands. Photographers and transportation can be provided to photographers and clients. If taking photos in winter, a staff member will assist skiers in navigating around the shoot.
Learn more: Photography
More Wedding Venues, and Place of Worship
Cities & Towns: More Venues, More Options
Every community in Algoma has its own choices for hosting your wedding day: golf courses, galleries, community halls and similar venues. Additionally, there are many places of worship of different denominations to host a faith-based ceremony.
